2007 Nissan 350Z vs. 2010 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2010 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Nissan 350Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Nissan 350Z would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan 350Z (306 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2010 Ford Mustang. (210 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Mustang weights approximately 349 kg more than 2007 Nissan 350Z.
Because 2010 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Nissan 350Z, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Nissan 350Z (363 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Mustang. (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan 350Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan 350Z | 2010 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Nissan | Ford |
| Model | 350Z | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1603 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4778 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
